Our veneers are ultra-thin, semi-translucent shells which bond to your teeth. They are long-lasting, resistant to staining, appear natural, and are typically made of porcelain or composite resin. To place a veneer, our dentist will need to remove a very thin layer of the front of the tooth so that porcelain is able to bond to the tooth (don’t worry, it doesn’t make the tooth thicker). Our veneers will cover the stains on your tooth, fill in gaps between teeth that are too widely spaced, make a short tooth longer, straighten crooked teeth, and make your smile more aesthetically pleasing.

Are your teeth healthy, and your bite normal? If so, you are the perfect candidate for dental veneers. If you are looking for a natural looking way to create a uniform, whiter, and radiant smile, veneers are an excellent option for you. And if you are seeking to restore worn teeth, revitalize an older crown or bridge, our dental veneers can make this happen.

Dr. Hutchison, Dr. Gabrielsen, and Dr. Craig and our caring staff in Royse City, Texas, are ready to brighten your smile if you are ready to make a change. For more information, or to schedule a visit with our team, we invite you to give us a call at 972-636-2417 today, and let us help you improve the appearance of your smile.

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Potential Problems
Children usually stop sucking their thumb between the ages of two and four. However, if your child continues to suck his or her thumb as the permanent teeth begin to come in, problems can occur. Thumb-sucking can cause issues with the growth of your child’s mouth. This habit can also cause teeth to come in crooked. Buck teeth are a common result of prolonged thumb-sucking. If your child just rests their thumb in their mouth, they are less likely to develop dental problems than if they suck their thumb vigorously.

Tips to Break the Habit
Instead of punishing your child for sucking their thumb, reward them for not thumb-sucking. Encourage them to break the habit. Encouraging and rewarding your child will increase their self-esteem and confidence. Punishment and criticism for thumb-sucking often cause more harm than good as children who continue to thumb-suck often have anxiety or self-esteem issues. Identify the cause of your child’s anxiety and comfort them. Some parents put a bitter-tasting liquid on their child’s thumbnails or put mittens on their child before bed to discourage thumb-sucking. If these methods do not work, ask your child’s dentist for advice.

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